Pocket Gamer UK's Scores

  • Games
For 6,041 reviews, this publication has graded:
  • 31% higher than the average critic
  • 19% same as the average critic
  • 50% lower than the average critic
On average, this publication grades 6 points lower than other critics. (0-100 point scale)
Average Game review score: 69
Highest review score: 100 God of War: Chains of Olympus
Lowest review score: 10 Angels In The Sky
Score distribution:
6042 game reviews
    • 64 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Gear.Club Unlimited is a good racing game, but it seems to lack that sweet, satin finish on the Switch that's so apparent on mobile.
    • 82 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It has a few problems here and there, but there's more than enough good in GNOG to look past them.
    • 90 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    An absolutely stunning racing game that feels like it was always meant to end up on mobile.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Puzzle Fighter is a grind-filled, boring puzzle game that feels like a dinosaur compared to modern titles.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Stick It to the Man! won't be for everyone, but it's a super solid port, has a great art style, and offers up a good mix of platform and point-and-click gaming.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    It wants to be PUBG, but Rules of Survival isn't. It's a bit broken, but when it gets things right, it's quite a lot of fun.
    • 72 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp is a simple and effective time-killer that doesn't push its free to play elements in your face.
    • 64 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    It might have its issues when you're playing it handheld, but Rime is still a real joy to experience on Switch.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A slick and violent brawler that pulls a few punches but is still well worth a look.
    • 74 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Lineage 2: Revolution might not have the broadest appeal, but it's a must-have for MMORPG fans looking to lose hundreds of hours of their lives.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    A seriously tough but tactile physics platformer that will delight and frustrate in almost equal measure.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    LA Noire on Switch isn't perfect, but a lot of that's down to its age and the mechanics. As a port, it plays great on Switch.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Despite a couple of gripes, Octodad: Dadliest Catch suits the Switch well. Whether you're playing on your own or arguing with up to three other players with the drop-in co-op mode, you're bound to have a fair bit of fun with it.
    • 86 Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    Whether you're new to the game or an old hand at it, and even with its graphical downgrade, Rocket League is as much fun as ever on the Switch.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Fans of the show will enjoy the characters and humour, but everything else Phone Destroyer has to offer is done better elsewhere.
    • 65 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    There's some fun to be had with Spelunker Party, but unfortunately there's also a lot of frustration as well.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Bladebound is a deeply familiar yet highly approachable action RPG with virtually no distinguishing features.
    • 79 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Bethesda has squashed its 2016 shooter onto Switch, and while it's missing some polish, it's still a lot of fun.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Guardians of the Galaxy has at least remained consistent throughout the series, it's just a shame it didn't end on a bang but rather a whimper.
    • 53 Metascore
    • 50 Critic Score
    Monopoly super-fans will likely find the Switch version to be another great addition to their already-heaving collection, but for the rest of you you'll be getting an identical experience without the heart or soul.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    There are games out there that are maybes, but Starman is a definitely. It might be a little short, it might be a little slow, and it might be a little annoying in places, but when it gets things right it gets them so very right. Take your time with it, have a sit down and make a brew. By the end you'll have played through something that's really rather impressive.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 90 Critic Score
    There's so much to like in Cally's Caves 4 that it's difficult to find fault with it. Yes, it's tough, yes it's frustrating in places, but the whole time you're playing you're likely to have a huge grin on your face. If you're a fan of the series, or of old-school platformers in general, then do yourself a favour and pick this one up straight away.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A clunky but ultimately entertaining dungeon crawler that does what it sets out to do with aplomb.
    • 70 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    BUTCHER is an incredibly slick and deliciously violent twin stick shooter that's found a perfect home on the Nintendo Switch. It's mobile friendly, thanks to the minute levels, and it runs like a dream on the hybrid console. If you're expecting something a little different, BUTCHER isn't it. But there's no way in hell you'll be disappointed with what's on offer here. It's a twin stick shooter to die for.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    A thick and enjoyable auto-runner. It might have a few niggles, but it's still a lot of fun.
    • 83 Metascore
    • 80 Critic Score
    Splasher is an excellent platformer with interesting mechanics and beautiful level design.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    It can feel a little bit grindy, but Sonic Forces: Speed Battle is actually a very fun multiplayer game in short doses.
    • 69 Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    A compact roguelike RPG with an interesting conceit, Moon Hunters falls down a little with repetitive action and clunky execution.
    • 67 Metascore
    • 70 Critic Score
    Jydge offers more of Neon Chrome's twin-stick carnage, but with a livelier tone and more open structure.
    • tbd Metascore
    • 60 Critic Score
    Jodeo is an oddly clumsy physics puzzler with a curious mixture of elements that that only occasionally come together.

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